Business News

The UK government has announced plans to introduce legislation that would require all new ATVs and GPS units to be equipped with forensic markings to deter thieves. 

NFU president Tom Bradshaw appeared at the House of Lords to give evidence on how the government’s proposed changes to agricultural property relief and business property relief will affect farm businesses.

Rural landlords have been urged to review rented properties on their farms and estates, considering the Renters’ Rights Act, which came into force this week.  

Red Tractor has announced the appointment of two new sector chairs: Nick Major as chair of the poultry sector board and Veryan Bliss as chair of the fresh produce sector board.

Farmers from across the country are preparing to join the Day of Unity on 24th November to express their dissatisfaction with IHT reforms ahead of the Autumn Budget.

Fifth-generation farmer Charles Rees has opened up about recent cancer diagnosis and his worries about the inheritance tax burden he will pass onto his son, during the latest episode of Countryfile. 

NFU has warned that rising energy costs and higher standing charges on business electricity bills are putting major pressure on the supply chain. Without action, these increases could threaten the survival of many farming businesses. 

After developing an app to help farmers buy and sell grain, software company DueTrade has turned its attention to the dairy sector.

New homes can be built quicker and with less stress if a compulsory purchase code of practice is introduced, the CLA has argued. 

Consumer confidence has been rising through the agricultural supply chain and across sectors, with farmers seen as experts who deliver on their promises, the latest AHDB study confirms. 

Vegetable grower and processor Burgess Farms has announced a leadership transition and new investment partnership that marks a significant milestone in its 127-year history. 

Farmland values have slowed after reaching record highs, as buyers and sellers take a ‘wait-and-see’ approach ahead of the Autumn Budget, according to Carter Jonas.